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Flight deals from Istanbul to Kathmandu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Kathmandu? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Kathmandu.RM1,869 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar, returning Thu, 2 Apr.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kathmandu on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,869, select.
Kathmandu.RM1,976 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kathmandu on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,976, select.
Kathmandu.RM1,976 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar, returning Mon, 9 Mar.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kathmandu on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,976, select.
Kathmandu.RM1,976 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr, returning Mon, 13 Apr.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kathmandu on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,976, select.
Kathmandu.RM1,978 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kathmandu on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,978, select.
Kathmandu.RM1,978 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kathmandu on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,978, select.
Kathmandu.RM1,978 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May, returning Wed, 20 May.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kathmandu on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,978, select.
Kathmandu.RM1,978 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Kathmandu.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kathmandu on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,978, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Kathmandu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Kathmandu flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from RM2,067
Mar
from RM1,976
Apr
from RM1,976
May
from RM1,978
Jun
from RM1,978
Jul
from RM1,978
Aug
from RM1,978
Sep
from RM1,981
Oct
from RM1,994
Nov
from RM2,003
Dec
from RM2,105
Jan
from RM1,980

Direct flights from Istanbul to Kathmandu

Istanbul to Kathmandu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Kathmandu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kathmandu.

Kathmandu

5km from central Kathmandu
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Istanbul to Kathmandu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,869
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time7 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week6

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Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Kathmandu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Kathmandu is RM1,869. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Kathmandu.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Kathmandu.
As of February 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Kathmandu.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Kathmandu is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Kathmandu Airport on Monday, 2 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 3 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kathmandu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kathmandu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air Arabia and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kathmandu.

Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM): what you need to know

  • Around 7 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.

  • Kathmandu's timezone is UTC+5:47, which makes Kathmandu two hours 47 minutes ahead of Istanbul.

  • Flights from IST to KTM start at 01:20 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:20 with Turkish Airlines. In total, there are seven weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flights.

  • Your IST to KTM flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Travelling to Kathmandu (and then discovering more of Nepal!) is a cinch with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Turkish Airlines.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IST and KTM:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

  • Currently, RM834 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM1,875. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IST to KTM.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IST to KTM by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • To get to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 50 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near IST:

Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

  • If you're arriving on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near KTM:

  • Grab a Tribhuvan International Airport rental car and explore parts of Kathmandu that are off the usual tourist route. Find your ideal set of wheels with Spark Car.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Tribhuvan International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.

Getting from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to central Kathmandu

  • From Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.

When to fly to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport. September is the most popular month to visit Kathmandu. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Tribhuvan International Airport for June if you want to go to Kathmandu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to KTM sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Nepal

  • Pokhara is just one of the many places in Nepal waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Kathmandu. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Phewa Lake, Sarangkot and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave.

  • Patan is another favourite destination in Nepal and is around 6 kilometres south of Kathmandu. No trip is complete without a visit to Aspur Agro Farm, Pimbahaa Pukhoo and Rajib Handicraft.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to Kathmandu

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